Dr. Gowda G Sharath, MD

Dr. Sharath Gowda specializes in geriatric medicine, internal medicine, and hospital medicine, bringing over three decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College Belgaum and completed his residency at SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn. With 31 years in practice, Dr. Gowda has developed extensive expertise in caring for adult patients, particularly older adults with complex medical needs. He provides care in English.

Dr. Gowda practices at multiple locations throughout southern Illinois, including Herrin, Murphysboro, and Carbondale. His clinical focus includes treating patients with COPD and chronic lung disease, often managing cases that involve multiple health conditions. He works closely with rehabilitation teams to coordinate physical therapy and strength training programs for his patients. Speech therapy services are also part of the comprehensive care approach he helps oversee for patients recovering from …various medical conditions.